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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Ladera Ranch, CA

Last Updated: 2/21/25

If you’re looking for independent living in the Ladera Ranch area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Ladera Ranch. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.

Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 37 independent living facilities in Ladera Ranch, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.


You may also consider nearby communities such as Mission Viejo, Irvine or Galivan.

Ladera Ranch Independent Living Facilities | 684 Reviews

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Recent reviews of Independent Living in Ladera Ranch, CA
Atria Del Sol in Mission Viejo, CA
4.6

My mothers experience was good. She did have to stay on the second floor due to her diagnosis of dementia and that was not present for her...felt like a prisoner. The staff were very attentive and most of all she was safe so we could feel like we had a break from 24x7 care givers. She doesn't show signs of dementia most of the time but the doctor gave the word and Atria had no choice but to put her on memory care floor. We plan an another trip next April and will need some help then.

Clearwater at North Tustin
5.0

All 5's! But we had to take my dad out because he escaped from the fenced memory care area by going around a corner, dragging a bench to the fence and using it to climb over the fence. He is very spry. The found him wandering in the parking lot and ascertained what happened from security camera footage. They told me they couldn't accommodate him. After trials and tribulations, he is now staying at his girlfriend's house with in-home care 4 hours a day. And his dementia has improved significantly! Probably because he's taking his medicine and eating properly. Also because it's not Alzheimer's.

Atria San Juan in San Juan Capistrano, CA
5.0

My Dad moved into Atria San Juan. The past year he has declined dramatically. Basically not doing anything at home. We moved him into a Studio. His life is back. He is out everyday. Sitting outside watching the golfers next door. Always sitting with other residents. Eating good meals. He lives the staff and he is happy.

Belmont Village Aliso Viejo

300 Freedom Ln, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656

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9.8
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24 reviews

Belmont Village was a great facility, unfortunately my mom passed away. They have fantastic staff and management. They all truly care. Highly recommend this facility to anyone.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Belmont Village Aliso Viejo provides the perfect blend of comfort, care and active living. The three-story community is nestled in the heart of Aliso Viejo in Orange County. It is surrounded by premier dining, shopping and entertainment, and just a short drive from major healthcare facilities....

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Sunrise of Mission Viejo

26151 Country Club Drive, Mission Viejo, CA 92691

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9.7
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63 reviews

I would rate each category on this list as a 5. We have been extremely happy with Sunrise. The staff is excellent and very hard working. There are so many wonderful activities which have really helped my mom...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Located near the I-5 freeway, just east of the OSO Parkway, Sunrise of Mission Viejo is nestled in the heart of Mission Viejo adjacent to the Mission Viejo Country Club with a variety of suites that offer a wonderful view of the golf course and surrounding valley. We pride ourselves in...

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MorningStar of Mission Viejo

28570 Marguerite Pkwy, Mission Viejo, CA 92692

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9.7
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12 reviews

It is an excellent place, the people are very friendly and cordial. The food is excellent. [Names removed] are very patient and very polite people. [Name removed] is a very caring and wonderful person, who...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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MorningStar of Mission Viejo enjoys an amenity-rich neighborhood in southern Mission Viejo. This near-perfect site for senior housing has numerous restaurants, the Shops at Mission Viejo Mall and Providence mission Hospital all within one mile. Laguna Beach is less than 30 minutes away. Our...

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Park Terrace

21952 Buena Suerte, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688

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9.5
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84 reviews

We like the concept of memory care cottages with common garden area. Residents have their apartment and can freely walk outside cottage around the grounds without feeling locked in

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Park Terrace is Rancho Santa Margarita's only full-service rental retirement community. Your first indication of the excellence we promise comes the moment you set foot on our resort-like campus. Park Terrace is situated in the award winning master planned community of Rancho Santa Margarita,...

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Ivy Park of Wellington

24962 Calle Aragon, Laguna Woods, CA 92637

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9.5
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26 reviews

After visiting several facilities in south Orange County, we felt that Ivy Park of Wellington was the best fit for my parents. The size of the apartments were larger than others, and having a kitchenette...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Vintage Las Palmas is a gracious full-service retirement community nestled in pristine Laguna Woods that offers a continuum of care ranging from Independent and Assisted Living to specializing in Alzheimer's care.The Tuscan styling of Vintage Las Palmas combines an inviting atmosphere with the...

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Capistrano Senior Living

31741 Rancho Viejo Rd, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675

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9.5
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48 reviews

I am 88 years old. I needed a safe place to be as I age and need more and more assistance with daily living. I found Capistrano Senior Living to be exactly what I was looking for. The staff is caring,...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Do more of what you love every day.Our community in San Juan Capistrano, California, is a continuing care retirement community or CCRC, which means you’ll have the lifestyle you want, plus care if you need it with assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing all on one campus.Along with our...

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Atria San Juan

32353 San Juan Creek Road, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675

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9.4
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83 reviews

Very positive. The entire staff at Atria, especially [name removed], are friendly, helpful and receptive to my questions and concerns. The facility is very clean and the staff is anxious to assist, and...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Overlooking the San Juan Hills Golf Course, convenient to shopping, banks and excellent medical centers, Atria San Juan offers one of the most respected senior living communities in San Juan Capistrano. Whether dining alfresco on our patio, staying active in our customized fitness center, or...

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Ivy Park at San Juan Capistrano

32200 Del Obispo St, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675

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9.4
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21 reviews

5s across the board. I would highly recommend the facility to friends and family. I would happily go there if the need arises- or my girls might just decide to send me there They helped me navigate Mom's...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living
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Del Obispo Terrace is a hidden gem in the heart of San Juan Capistrano known for its family-like and rural atmosphere. Because we are a relatively small community, we get to know our residents well, and they become part of our family. We take pride in the care and services we provide to our...

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San Clemente Villas By the Sea

660 Camino De Los Mares, San Clemente, CA 92673

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9.4
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19 reviews

A place for mom helped me find San Clemente Villas and it has been everything I hoped for! My mom is so happy and the staff are caring and helpful! If it weren’t for the referral, I don’t know if I would...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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A warm, safe, new retirement community built with you in mind. Conveniently located in the beach town of San Clemente, enjoy the sunsets, Beach and Harbor. Giving you peace of mind, and laughter in your heart. Within walking distance to a public golf course, 2 major grocery stores, movie theatre...

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Meridian at Laguna Hills

24552 Paseo De Valencia, Laguna Hills, CA 92653

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9.3
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77 reviews

Generally I'm very happy at the median. The staff is great and do a superior job. This place is clean and well kept. I'm thankful for the activities and the holiday at most fear during the year. Any problem...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living
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Meridian at Laguna Hills is a full-service senior living community located in the heart of beautiful Laguna Hills in Orange County, California. We offer exceptional independent living and assisted living apartments, as well as skilled nursing care living options to those recovering from surgery...

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Ivy Park at Mission Viejo

27783 Center Drive, Mission Viejo, CA 92692

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8.9
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3 reviews

We love the place and the people. The only complaint at this time is I would like a correct invoice. We were involved [removed]. But had to pay over [removed].

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Ivy Park at Mission ViejoA Passion for ExcellenceFor the best assisted living and memory care community in Mission Viejo, you’ve come to the right place. Our experienced leadership team manages over 60 retirement communities throughout California and Nevada with a commitment to creating the best...

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Raya's Paradise

101 Avenida Calafia, San Clemente, CA 92672

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8.9
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3 reviews

Facility is wonderful. Staff really goes the extra mile to help. Summer meals on the roof top are absolutely spectacular with the sunsets. I would highly recommend them. It is expensive, but you are in...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

Welcome !!!Seamlessly combining modern style with casual elegance, Raya’s Paradise San Clemente has perfected the art of 5-star luxury seniorliving. The community is impeccably located in San Clemente, drawing both inspiration and energy from the ocean. The community boasts easy access to...

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The Ivy at Wellington

24903 Moulton Pkwy, Laguna Hills, CA 92653

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8.8
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13 reviews

My only comment is that if a senior needs a lot of assistance this is not the place to be. We are having to pay for outside additional caregivers to come in because he needs more help. He is in the...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living
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Nestled in the Valley of the Saddleback Mountains, The Ivy at Wellington boasts 233 luxurious, full-service senior apartments. This luxury community is surrounded by eight acres of exquisitely manicured grounds and gardens featuring an Olympic-size pool, putting green, and several well-appointed...

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Atria Del Sol

23792 Marguerite Parkway, Mission Viejo, CA 92692

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8.3
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105 reviews

When my mothers care giver could no longer care for mother; my sister found this wonderful pace. I could not be more pleased. From the administration, Med staff, food, activity staff, and everyone are just...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Atria Del Sol is an inviting senior living residence serving active older adults. In addition to independent and assisted living options, our thoughtfully designed community now offers Life Guidance, Atria's innovative memory care program for residents with Alzheimer's or other forms of...

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Watermark Laguna Niguel

27762 Forbes Road, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677

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2 reviews

My mother has been there for 3 months now and is very much enjoying it. Not everything is perfect of course since they are still not at capacity and in the middle of signing on new clients for the first...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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WATERMARK LAGUNA NIGUELA premier destination for Assisted Living and Memory Care is NOW OPEN in Laguna Niguel.Inspired by the laid-back Southern California lifestyle, Watermark Laguna Niguel is a modern Assisted Living and Memory Care community that invites older adults to embrace resort-style...

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Watermark Laguna Niguel

27762 Forbes Road, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677

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2 reviews

My mother has been there for 3 months now and is very much enjoying it. Not everything is perfect of course since they are still not at capacity and in the middle of signing on new clients for the first...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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WATERMARK LAGUNA NIGUELA premier destination for Assisted Living and Memory Care is NOW OPEN in Laguna Niguel.Inspired by the laid-back Southern California lifestyle, Watermark Laguna Niguel is a modern Assisted Living and Memory Care community that invites older adults to embrace resort-style...

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Crestavilla

30111 Niguel Rd, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677

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7.9
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39 reviews

1. Overall experience - 5. 2. Cleanliness - 5 3. Friendliness of staff. -5 the staff is great. They have all learned my name, even staff I have not interacted with. 4. Quality of care - 5 so far so good....

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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In Laguna Niguel, California, Crestavilla – a Kisco Signature Residence – is a modern senior living community designed to make it easier for older adults to fully enjoy the natural beauty, relaxed spirit and effortless luxury of coastal living. Crestavilla is pursuing LEED® certification for...

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Ivy Park at Laguna Woods

24441 C. Sonora, Laguna Woods, CA 92637

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16 reviews

My wife’s mother is 86 and likes her independence. She walks without a cane or walker, but there is pretty wall molding that also works as hand rails of needed and plenty of attractive padded “benches” to...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living
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Imagine a lifestyle where every day feels like a vacation. A home where you are surrounded by an extended family of friends and caring staff. Days filled with entertaining social activities. Or days of quiet relaxation in the privacy you desire. Finally, imagine all of this in a luxuriously...

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Heritage Pointe

27356 Bellogente, Mission Viejo, CA 92691

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16 reviews

An area the Heritage Pointe could improve on would be the food and management. The building, the gym and amenities are great. Also the new Sage for people needed extra care seems to be great. It is a...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care

Founded more than 30 years ago, Heritage Pointe provides the highest quality assisted living and memory care services in Orange County, California. Welcoming to those of all faiths, Heritage Pointe is Orange County's only community rooted in Jewish culture, tradition and values.Our one-of-a-kind...

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Arcadian at Aliso

24552 Pacific Park Drive, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656

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They did a good job when we were there. The food is pretty bad though. That's why they get a four. Everything else would have been a five, except the food.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

At the Arcadian Aliso, we have a solid history of providing excellent memory care, dementia care, and Alzheimer’s care services in Orange County, California, and have made it our mission since 1998 to provide a stimulating and cheerful environment with all the comforts of home. We also encourage...

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Aegis of Laguna Niguel

32170 Niguel Rd., Laguna Niguel, CA 92677

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2 reviews

We moved my [age removed] aged mom from FL to CA after a minor stroke. She started in independent living at a larger facility and was really lost. It was too far to walk to the dining room and space in...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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At Aegis we know and care about our residents as unique individuals. We honor and affirm their past, present and future. And we believe that growing older is not something to be endured, it's something to be savored and celebrated like life itself. We are committed to knowing and caring for our...

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San Sebastian

24299 Paseo De Valencia, Ste 1000, Laguna Woods, CA 92637

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4 reviews

there are 2 buildings one of them is closer to the road and it can get noisy. the units are roomy but communication is good and has been improving

Provides: Independent Living
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Welcome to San Sebastian - an intimate enclave of brand new, finely appointed luxury condominiums for lease in an amenity-rich environment for those 55 and better. It's a destination for vibrant and engaging adults seeking a community of neighbors who appreciate sophistication and luxury.

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Freedom Village Assisted Living

23442 El Toro Road, Building 2, Lake Forest, CA 92630

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After searching all of the caregiving options available, Freedom Village by far was the best choice. I continue to appreciate the hardworking, kind and caring staff here. I believe that this is a good...

Provides: Assisted Living

Are you looking for peace-of-mind, safety and comfort within an environment offering a greater sense of well-being for yourself or a loved one? Freedom Village Assisted Living is open to the public and offers a loving, caring staff who provide assistance with personal care, medication...

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Sea Bluffs

25411 Sea Bluffs Dr, Dana Point, CA 92629

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7 reviews

My mother has lived at Sea Bluffs for two months. It has been an excellent choice as I toured five different memory care communities. Since moving in my mom has become very engaged with the several...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Located in Orange County, just minutes from the Pacific Ocean, The Fountains at Sea Bluffs offers extraordinary retirement living in a spectacular setting.  Nearby Dana Point Harbor offers an exciting variety of possibilities - from whale watching to fishing in the harbor to catching a...

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Vintage Shores

366 Camino De Estrella, San Clemente, CA 92672

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Vintage Shores independent community does not offer a meal option. The staff are great. The maintenance staff are excellent and timely. The property manager is very good. They offer daily activities for...

Provides: Senior Apartments

Vintage Shores is a 62+ community situated in San Clemente, Orange County, CA. San Clemente is located on the California Coast between San Diego and Los Angeles, providing its residents with a unique opportunity to enjoy all that the area has to offer. Known for its breathtaking views and its...

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Cost of independent living in Ladera Ranch, CA

The average cost of senior living in Ladera Ranch is 4,742 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Warm Springs, CA with an average of 3,470 per month.

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What is independent living?

Independent living offers a stress-free lifestyle for older adults. Independent living communities don’t provide personal care or supervision, but do offer generally healthy adults opportunities for socialization and hassle-free living. Independent living services often include:

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Villas At San Bernardino, Sunrise of Canyon Crest and Sunrise of Orange are the top-rated independent living facilities near Ladera Ranch, California. See full list of communities.

There are 37 independent living facilities near Ladera Ranch, California. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Ladera Ranch, California are Belmont Village Aliso Viejo, MorningStar of Mission Viejo, and Meridian at Laguna Hills. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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